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Rumors of mountain lions in Ray County

3 years ago By Sophia Bales

Sheriff Scott Childers in the past has discussed mountain lion sightings around Ray County and surrounding counties, including Lafayette County. There have been multiple issues and animal deaths regarding wild animal attacks on livestock.

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Gaines, others take oaths of office

3 years ago By Sophia Bales

Several local officials took the oath of office during a recent swearing-in ceremony at Ray County Courthouse. Presiding Commissioner Billy Gaines was sworn in along with others including County Clerk Heather Graff Maulsby, Circuit Clerk Michelle Woods, Recorder of Deeds Rhonda Kinnison, Treasurer Melissa Pulliam-Holloway, Prosecuting Attorney Camille Johnston, Collector of Revenue Julie Chowning and Associate Circuit Judge Lori J.

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John W. Carter Lodge 180

3 years ago By Sophia Bales

Looking forward to being involved in the Ray County Community, John W. Carter Lodge 180 of Prince Hall Freemasonry on Main Street in Richmond. The current members wanted to update the citizens of Ray County of their membership and their hopes for the future.

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Cannabis micro businesses

3 years ago By Sophia Bales

Ray County Board of Commissioners has yet to receive word from their attorney regarding what they are able to do in regards to a recent request to prohibit cannabis micro- businesses from locating in Ray County. In the December commissioners meeting, First Baptist Church Richmond Pastor Willie Isaacson voiced many concerns and made several requests regarding Amendment 3 and how it will affect the community.

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CORRECTION:

3 years ago By News Staff

In the Dec. 25 edition of Richmond News, two people were incorrectly identified in the Jingle Jog photo.

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MO Amendment 3’s impact on youth

3 years ago By News Staff

Since Missouri Amendment 3 was legalized in November, many are concerned about youth in rural areas and their developing young brains. The National Institution on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the Ray County Coalition have chosen to educate parents about the impact of Amendment 3.

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The gift that keeps giving

3 years ago By Sophia Bales

Rayville Christian Union Church Pastor Mark Bickford and his fellowship hosted their first toy drive this December. The organization partnered with New Beginnings Church Pastor Phillip Powers. Powers oversees the Salvation Army store and assists with Harvesters Community Food Network in Richmond.

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RAY COUNTY SHERIFF

3 years ago By News Staff

Ray County Sheriff’s Department arrests from December 8, 2022 to December 12, 2022. Friday, December 9 Cindy L Hager, 40, of Concordia, MO, was arrested driving while revoked/suspended.

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GAP gifts bicycles for Christmas

3 years ago By Liz Johnson

Having known Gap Assistance of Ray County (GAP) founder, Don Lake, for many years, I can vouch for his passion in serving and helping those less fortunate. This Christmas season was no different as he set about creating a raffle for two youth to each receive a bicycle through the GAP program.

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Area pastor requests commissioners put restrictions on marijuana usage

3 years ago By Sophia Bales

With possible starts of marijuana micro businesses in Ray County, First Baptist Church Richmond Pastor Willie Isaacson went searching for answers and requests from Ray County Commissioners Dave Powell, Bob King and Gary Wilhite recently.

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